Fact: Young adults generally have no idea how much effort and preparation it takes to have a healthy pregnancy. Fact: Most first-time parents (a) think pregnancy won’t change their habits and routines all that much, (b) don’t begin to worry until it turns their lives upside down, and (c) believe their parents hold the answers to all of their many questions. Fortunately, there is Facts on…Pregnancy to help students get the vital information they need.

Conversational in tone yet authoritative in content, this interactive electronic reference guide systematically explains what is to be expected at each stage of pregnancy, from conception to birth. Plenty of images and audio effects support the disc’s targeted data on health considerations, potential complications, and important medical tests, while fact vs. myth quizzes help students recognize misinformation that can be confusing and even dangerous to a mother-to-be and her unborn child. Plus, a list of frequently asked questions can put into words the concerns that some students may not feel comfortable discussing, while a listing of pregnancy-related Web sites, organizations, and educational resources is provided for any who may want more information. A glossary helps ensure that specialized terminology is crystal clear, and material on each stage of pregnancy is printable, for handy offline reference.

This CD-ROM is ideal for use in family and consumer sciences, health education, and social studies curriculums. The content and instructional approach correlate with The National Health Education Learning Standards. A Cambridge Educational Production. Can be used with both Windows and Macintosh.